Transformers and Switchgear Technology for Power Systems - Virtual Learning
5 Days
30 Sessions
Starting from USD 2,000
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Course Outline
Module I: TAMCO High Voltage Switchgears
Day 1
The Role and Importance of the Medium & High Voltage Air Insulated and Gas Insulated Switchgears in Power Systems
- Circuit Breakers, Ring Mains Unit and Earth Switches
- Switchgear Symbols on Single-line Diagrams
- Switchgear Selection
- Substation Switchgear Layouts
- Substation Arrangements
- Auto-reclosers
- Air Insulated Switchgear vs. Gas Insulated Switchgears
- Live Tank and Dead Tank HV Circuit Breakers
Day 2
Sulphur HexaFlouride (SF6), Green Gas for Grid and Vacuum Circuit Breakers
- Compression Principles
- SF6 Hazards and Test Equipments
- Dead and Live Tank HV Circuit Breakers
- Operation Mechanisms of HV Circuit Breakers
- Vacuum Interrupters Operation and Maintenance
- Types of Vacuum Circuit Breaker Characteristics
- Other Applications and Installations of Vacuum Interrupters
- Vacuum Contactors
Day 3
TAMCO High Voltage Switchgears Blueprint, Components, Operation and Maintenance
- Air Insulated Switchgear
- Gas Insulated Switchgear
- Single and Double Busbar Switchgear
- TAMCO Switchgear Special Features
- Interpreting TAMCO Blueprint
- Ring Mains Unit
- Neutral Earth Resistors
- Container Sub-station
Day 4
Maintenance and Testing of TAMCO High Voltage Switchgears
- Importance of Maintenance and Testing
- Maintenance Strategies
- Preventive and Condition-based Maintenance Services including Thermography
- TAMCO material lists and layout diagrams
- Documentation Requirements
- Maintenance Post-commissioning
- Typical Switchgear Temperature Alarms
Day 5
Protection and Types of Relay of High Voltage Installation Incorporating TAMCO Switchgears
- Characteristics of Switching Devices
- Fault Currents
- Short Circuit Current Situation
- Protective Relay Types and Characteristics
- Busbar Arrangement Protection Schemes
- Numerical and Solid State Relays
- Differential Relays
- Wrap-up Session with Q&A
Module II: Transformer Operational Principles , Selection & Troubleshooting
Day 6
Introduction and Characteristics of Transformers
- General Classification and Types of Transformer
- Transformer Windings, Interconnection of Windings and Tertiary Windings
- Parallel Operation of Transformers and Paralleling Requirements
- Standards for Transformers, Types and Requirements
- Oil-filled and Dry-type Transformers
- Ability to Withstand Short Circuit, Impedance Percentage and Sound Level
Day 7
Power Transformer Application and Instrument Transformers
- Transformer Oil, Characteristics, Oil Oxidation and Breakdown Voltage
- Effect of Oil Expansion, Breathing Action, Buchholz Relay, Explosion Vents
- Instrument Transformers
- Transformers for Industrial Applications
- Internal and External Cooling of Transformers
- On Load Tap Changer Functionalities
Day 8
Transformer and Compliance with a Global Warming Potential
- Thermal Performance and Cyclic Rating of Transformers
- Transformer Winding and Core Construction
- Introduction of Smart Transformers
- Ester Base Oils for New Generation Transformers
- Sound and Noise Levels in Transformers
- Gas Insulated Transformers
Day 9
Transformer Protection, Operation and Maintenance
- Transformer Protection Systems
- Earth Fault and Over-current Protection of Distribution Transformers
- Transformer Components Maintenance
- Condition-based Maintenance for Transformers
- Special Transformer Test and Diagnostic Instruments
- Remote Monitoring of Transformers
Day 10
Transformer Testing and Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting Transformer Faults
- Site Acceptance Tests
- Transformer Routine Tests
- Measurement of Winding Resistance and Voltage Ratio
- Sweep Response Frequency Analysis and Tan Delta Tests
- Manufacturer and Transformer Type Tests
- Partial Discharge Tests and Accuracy of Test Reports
- Wrap-up Session, Questions and Answers
2026 Schedule & Fees
Course Fees Starting From
USD
2,000
| Date | City | Language | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Nov - 19 Nov, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 15 Nov - 19 Nov, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 22 Nov - 26 Nov, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 22 Nov - 26 Nov, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 29 Nov - 03 Dec, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 29 Nov - 03 Dec, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 06 Dec - 10 Dec, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 06 Dec - 10 Dec, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 13 Dec - 17 Dec, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 13 Dec - 17 Dec, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 20 Dec - 24 Dec, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 20 Dec - 24 Dec, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 27 Dec - 31 Dec, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 27 Dec - 31 Dec, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 31 Jan - 04 Feb, 2027 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 31 Jan - 04 Feb, 2027 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 07 Mar - 11 Mar, 2027 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 07 Mar - 11 Mar, 2027 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 02 May - 06 May, 2027 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 02 May - 06 May, 2027 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 06 Jun - 10 Jun, 2027 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 06 Jun - 10 Jun, 2027 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 01 Aug - 05 Aug, 2027 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 01 Aug - 05 Aug, 2027 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 05 Sep - 09 Sep, 2027 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 05 Sep - 09 Sep, 2027 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 31 Oct - 04 Nov, 2027 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 31 Oct - 04 Nov, 2027 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 05 Dec - 09 Dec, 2027 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 05 Dec - 09 Dec, 2027 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
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Transformers and Switchgear Technology for Power Systems
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